2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1998 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Westfield |
| Model | Touareg | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
